Origin, Meaning And History of Westley
Westley is a name that has English origins. It was originally used as a surname and derived from the name Wesley. The name is also believed to have originated as a surname derived from a place’s name and can be translated to mean ‘west meadows.’ The name can be interpreted as a combination of two Old English words, West meaning ‘west’ as in the direction and Leah, which means ‘woodland’ or ‘clearing.’ Westley was initially used as a surname and later gained popularity as a masculine first name.
The name Westley has religious associations with the Methodist church. This is because it is believed to have been associated with the founder of Methodism, John Wesley. He was a prominent theologian, cleric, and evangelist who led the Methodist movement. He was educated at Oxford and was also a significant figure of the ‘Holy Club,’ a society founded by his brother Charles and George Whitefield that encouraged the pursuit of education and Christianity. He was a famous preacher known for his religious writings, such as Explanatory Notes Upon the New Testament, which form the crucial tenets of the Methodist church.
The name Westley can be pronounced; ‘WEHZ-lee’ or ‘WEHS-lee.’ Variations of Westley include Weslee, Wesley, Weslei, Wesleigh, Wesley, and Weslli. In addition, Westley can have pet names, such as Wes, West, and Lee.
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Famous People With The Name Westley
- Wesley Karl DuncanAmerican politician, served as the first Assistant Attorney General of Nevada
- Wesley EureAmerican actor, is best known for his role on Days of Our Lives
- Wesley FrenchAmerican footballer, played for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL)
- Wesley Joel Matthews Jr.American professional basketballer, played for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Football League (NFL)
- Wesley Trent SnipesAmerican actor, best known for his roles in Major League, New Jack City, Jungle Fever and Passenger 57
Westley On The Popularity Chart
According to the US Social Security Administration chart, the popularity of the name Westley was low in the 1980s. However, it has substantially increased in recent years.
Popularity Over Time
The popularity of the name Westley was the highest in 2021 with over 338 babies per million getting the name. Check out the graphical representation for detailed insights.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The ranking of the name Westley was high in the 1980s but decreased in the following years. It was at its highest in 1983 at 13,040.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Westley
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Westley ?
The name westley means and Variation of Wesley which means Western Meadow
2. What is the origin of the name Westley?
Westley originates from the English word .
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